Author: Vivian J. Paige

A former candidate, I've learned a lot about politics, both good and bad. I'd prefer more of the former and a lot less of the latter and I'm trying to do my part!

Election Day November 4, 2008

There's not much left to be said. The only thing left to do is get out and vote! History will be made today. There is no doubt about that. Regardless of your political persuasion, we will be witnesses to a first. Interest in this election is so high that we are looking at record turnout … Continue reading Election Day November 4, 2008 →

“A joke gone awry”

So they locate the person who came up with the fake flier and then decide not to press charges? Calling it a "joke that got out of control," a top state election official today confirmed that the person responsible for a phony election flier circulated in Hampton Roads has been identified. Law enforcement officials, meanwhile, … Continue reading “A joke gone awry” →

Warner rally in Norfolk

Mark Warner, the soon-to-be junior Senator from Virginia, held a campaign rally this morning at the Ted Constant Center at ODU. In this first video are remarks from Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim, 3rd CD Congressman Bobby Scott, and 2nd CD candidate Glenn Nye. This next video has remarks by Governor Tim Kaine. Finally, here's the … Continue reading Warner rally in Norfolk →

Election night plans

I'm getting some emails regarding plans for Election Night throughout the Commonwealth. Virginia Beach - Sponsored by the VBCDC - Guadalajara, Town Center, 4611 Columbus St., 7:30pm Norfolk - Sponsored by the NCDC - Granby Theater, 421 Granby St., 7:30pm, RSVP Richmond - Sponsored by the DPVA - Toad's Place, 140 Virginia St., 7:30pm NoVA … Continue reading Election night plans →

HRC at GMU

I went to George Mason Sunday for a rally for Barack Obama with Hillary Clinton. I understand that there were about 3,000 people there. Below is a brief video clip of the crowd. (The VIP section was to the side of the stage, which is why I didn't take more video.) We arrived early and … Continue reading HRC at GMU →

Best LTE in the Pilot

No, this has nothing to do with politics. Discordant review As my wife and a friend and I left home the night of Oct. 24 to drive to the Sandler Center to hear 'Aida,' I had a heavy heart. I have never been a fan of opera. My wife told me to cheer up, as … Continue reading Best LTE in the Pilot →

OTR 11/2: Predictions and the 1800 race

This Sunday's On the Record will feature predictions for Tuesday's elections. Joining host Joel Rubin will be Repubican activist Gary Byler and yours truly. In the second segment, the topic will be one of the most contentious presidential elections in our nation's history: the 1800 election. Colonial Williamsburg historians Bill Barker and Bill White will … Continue reading OTR 11/2: Predictions and the 1800 race →

Attack – counter attack

AKA the Elizabeth Dole/Kay Hagan race for Senate in NC. Dole ran this ad: Kay Hagan, who is running neck and neck with Dole, responded with this: And Hagan filed a lawsuit against Dole, to boot. Of course, the best revenge would be a win by Hagan.  Help her out, if you can.